Artificial Intelligence in Language Learning: What Are We Afraid of

Abstract

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been an essential part of human lives in the XXI century. The research paper focuses on examining the role of AI in English language learning, how effective it is, and what practical methods can be used to apply it effectively. AI has the potential to transform the functioning of the education system, increase the competitiveness of institutions and empower teachers and students at all levels. With intelligent content of instructions and testing, artificial intelligence allows focusing on the needs of the students. This review paper discusses what we are afraid of AI in language learning. The survey was conducted in 2021 for English language learners at Ukrainian Universities: Kyiv National University of Trade and Economics and Zhytomyr Ivan Franko State University. The study analyzes the responses of 418 students. Responses show a very high level (83-100%) of understanding AI in language learning. It determines the opinion that cyber-attacks will happen about future personalized accounts. It was the risk of losing personal information. Students fear losing a natural environment with speakers and their real emotions. Furthermore, this paper evaluates a very high level (98%) of the learners’ spontaneity and creativity lack using AI in language learning. The report concludes with the notion that using AI in language learning requires the wisdom of human content designers and educational experts.